El Cajon, California
619-660-0614
thegarden.org
The mission of The Water Conservation Garden is to educate and inspire through excellent exhibits and programs that promote water conservation and the sustainable use of related natural resources. The Garden exists to affect positive change in people’s attitudes and behaviors by promoting conservation and environmental awareness. The primary objectives of The Garden are to provide education about conservation, gardening, water supply, sustainable living, and stewarding ecosystems.
Hungerford Nature Center
Kensington, Connecticut
860-827-9064
www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org
For 60 years, the New Britain Youth Museum, a non-profit museum and nature center, has served as an educational resource for children, youth, families and teachers in central Connecticut. The New Britain Youth Museum in downtown New Britain offers school programming, outreach, exhibits and special events that focus on history, art, science and the cultural heritage of the diverse peoples of the region.
The Water Conservation Garden
The Octagon
Washington, D. C.
202-626-7439
architectsfoundation.org/octagon-museum
Closely tied to our nation’s history since its construction began in 1799, The Octagon is a symbol of power and influence in the city of Washington. The house was built by enslaved workers for Virginia’s wealthiest plantation family, largely as a gesture by the Tayloes in support of the newly-established capital. The building was designed by the first architect of the United States Capitol, William Thornton, and served for six months as the White House after the 1814 Burning of Washington.